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Dave Chappelle addresses LeBron James vs. Laura Ingraham, Kobe Bryant's death in new special

Dave Chappelle covered a number of hot-button issues in "8:46."

Jordan Greer

OTD: Celtics record 24-pt comeback win vs. Lakers in 08

The Celtics' 24-point comeback win in Game 4 of the 2008 NBA Finals gave them a commanding 3-1 series lead.

Yash Matange

Lillard on Lakers: "I think we could beat them"

"I think we could beat them." That's Damian Lillard in a recent interview with Vanity Fair about the prospects of playing the Lakers in the playoffs. Would Portland actually be the biggest threat to the Lakers in the first round?

Gilbert McGregor

Players participate in protests for George Floyd

Kyle Lowry, DeMar DeRozan, Steve Nash, LeBron James and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar are just a few of many current and former NBA players using their platforms to speak out against racism. Here's how players are leading the charge to spark change.

NBA.com Staff

Pau Gasol wants to play one more season with the Lakers

The 39-year-old Spanish big man is not yet ready to retire despite injury issues of late.

Tadd Haislop

Where do Raps rank among 22 teams left?

The Toronto Raptors currently have the third-best record, but does that mean they have the third-best odds of winning the NBA title? With 22 teams scheduled to play out the rest of the 2020 season, we ranked every team's odds to win the title from least likely to most likely.

Micah Adams

Soundsystem Live: How many MVPs should LeBron have?

The King has won four MVPs in his career and is in the mix for his fifth this season. Should he win this year's award? And how many should he truly have?

NBA.com Staff

LeBron James, NBA players rip Fox News host for hypocrisy in defending Drew Brees

Laura Ingraham defended Drew Brees after the Saints quarterback's recent comments about NFL players kneeling during the national anthem to protest racial injustice and police brutality.

Jordan Greer

Kareem talks injustice, health inequity and more

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, a public figure since the 1960s, remains an important social voice today.

NBA.com Staff

Current standings, Playoff Picture

Take a look at the NBA's standings as well as potential playoff pairings based on games played through March 11.

NBA.com Staff

Updated odds to win NBA title

With 22 teams set to resume the season in July, the Los Angeles Lakers are now the betting favorite to win the NBA title in Orlando.

NBA.com Staff

OTD: Lakers rally from 15 down in Game 7 of 2000 WCF

This victory helped the Lakers advanced to the 2000 NBA Finals, their 25th ever appearance at that stage and the first since 1991.

Yash Matange

Could break in action benefit LeBron & Lakers?

How the break in NBA action and time off will help LeBron James get some well-deserved rest and what it means for the Lakers title run.

Sidd Sinha

How NBA legends performed in playoff debuts

In anticipation of Luka Doncic, as well as potentially Zion Williamson and Ja Morant, making their postseason debuts in 2020, we take a look back at how some of the league's biggest names — former and current — performed in their postseason debuts.

Yash Matange

NBA Soundsystem LIVE: Debating All-NBA Teams

NBA.com's Carlan Gay and Micah Adams debate the All-NBA Teams for this season. Can LeBron James, Giannis Antetokounmpo and Kawhi Leonard make the First Team? What do you do about Jayson Tatum and Pascal Siakam? What about Jimmy Butler and Bam Adebayo? All that and much more.

NBA.com Staff

LeBron James, Anthony Davis and other Lakers share message of unity with protesters

Several LA players shared the same message on their Instagram accounts.

Jacob Hancock

LBJ tops NBA's highest-paid players, per Forbes

James remains the highest-paid NBA player on the Forbes' list for the sixth straight season. Meanwhile, New Orleans Pelicans' rookie and the No. 1 Draft pick in 2019, Zion Williamson is already among the other 34 NBA players on the list.

Yash Matange

You can't tell the story of the 1970s without...

Kareem. Doctor J. Iceman. The Logo. Pistol Pete. The 1970s ushered in a new brand of basketball that marked a significant shift still felt today. These are the the defining moments from the NBA's quintessential fork-in-the-road decade.

Micah Adams

You can't tell the story of the 1980s without...

Magic and Bird. Michael Jordan's arrival. The 1988 Slam Dunk Contest. The Bad Boy Pistons. The 1980s may have shaped the NBA as we know it today.

Carlan Gay

Let's talk title contenders

With the NBA targeting a potential return to play, the focus shifts back to the hardwood as players and teams gear up for an unprecedented chase for the championship. How will LeBron James, Giannis Antetokounmpo and Kawhi Leonard navigate a new series of circumstances in which the top three contenders no longer benefit from a home-court advantage? Could a healthy Ben Simmons play spoiler for the Sixers? And where do the Raptors sit in their quest to repeat? Here are the tiers of championship contenders as dreams of postseason play begin to take shape.

Micah Adams

Scoring the rivalry: Magic vs. Bird

Johnson and Bird played against each other 37 times in their NBA careers — 18 times in the regular season, 19 times in the playoffs. Who won more of those games and what were their stats?

Scott Rafferty

You can't tell the story of the 2000s without...

How did Vinsanity set the stage for the next 20 years? What did back-to-back MVPs for Steve Nash mean for the NBA's growing international popularity? A nostalgic look back at the 2000s and the moments, teams and players which defined the decade.

Micah Adams

The 1980s All-Decade Team

Magic Johnson and Larry Bird were the easy picks, but who else made the cut? Plus, two players from one team, but not the Lakers or Celtics?

Micah Adams

Lakers edge Suns at the buzzer in '10 playoffs

The Los Angeles Lakers took a 3-2 series lead, thanks to Ron Artest's putback at the buzzer in Game 5 against the Phoenix Suns.

Benyam Kidane

LeBron James references Colin Kaepernick after death of George Floyd: 'Do you understand now?'

James has been outspoken in the past on issues concerning social justice.

Zac Al-Khateeb

NBA Soundsystem LIVE: Sweet 16?

NBA.com's Carlan Gay and Micah Adams debate some of the alternative playoff formats being discussed for the NBA's potential return later this summer at Disney World.

NBA.com Staff

All-Decade Team for 2000s

10 years, five players, one impossible task. Aside from a couple of no-brainers, choosing the All-Decade Team for the 2000s proved tough. Steve Nash or Jason Kidd? LeBron James or Kevin Garnett? Our week-long decade-by-decade trip through NBA history continues with our second All-Decade Team.

Benyam Kidane

ESPN's own graphic points out ridiculousness of Paul Pierce's hot take about LeBron James

Pierce believes James "put together" his championship teams in Miami and Cleveland, unlike the other legends in his personal top five.

Jordan Greer

KD & Russ power comeback in 2012 playoffs

Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook scored 21 of the Thunder's 32 fourth quarter points as they pulled off an epic comeback win over the Los Angeles Lakers, 103-100 in Game 4 of the 2012 Western Conference Semi-finals.

Benyam Kidane

LeBron James and Adam Sandler are teaming up for Netflix film

The basketball superstar and the cinema star are heading to Netflix.

Joe Rivera

The greatest Michael Jordan game you definitely don't remember

Remembering a Michael Jordan-Kobe Bryant showdown that still resonates almost 20 years later.

Bill Bender

Karl Malone recalls how Shaq slapped Greg Ostertag, 'f—ed him up for the rest of his life’

Malone recalled how O'Neal shut up a talkative young Ostertag real quick.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Magic jumps center, leads Lakers to 1980 NBA title

IN Game 6 of the 1980 NBA Finals, Magic Johnson jumped center, played every position and led the Lakers to the NBA championship in one of the greatest Finals performances of all time.

Benyam Kidane

Kobe Bryant autopsy results: Blunt force trauma for all crash victims

The Los Angeles County coroner has released the results of autopsies conducted after a helicopter carrying Bryant, his daughter and seven other people crashed into a California hillside on Jan. 26.

Tom Gatto

Jeremy Lin recalls time Kobe Bryant bid goodbye to 'bums' about to be traded

Bryant was in excellent Mamba form that day, even if he wasn't playing.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Doc Rivers says LeBron James 'may have been the greatest football player ever'

Yet again, the question is asked: What might have been had James chosen the gridiron over the hardwood?

Zac Al-Khateeb

Lakers' Dwight Howard explains why lone season with Kobe Bryant ended in failure

After six consecutive All-Star seasons in Orlando, Dwight Howard was traded to Los Angeles in 2012.

Jordan Greer

Shaq responds to Draymond Green's claim Warriors would 'destroy' him: 'I would have torn your a— up'

Has Draymond Green started another feud with an all-time NBA great?

Zac Al-Khateeb

Did LeBron play against Jordan?

On April 16, 2003, Michael Jordan played the final game of his NBA career. A few months later, the Cleveland Cavaliers selected LeBron James with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2003 NBA Draft.

NBA.com Staff

Dudley claims October playoffs possible

The NBA veteran says the league would be willing to host its playoffs as late as autumn.

Matt Kelley

50th anniversary of 1970 NBA Finals Game 7

This iconic Game 7 contest at the Madison Square Garden helped the Knicks clinch their first NBA Championship in franchise history behind an inspired performance by point guard Walt Frazier.

Yash Matange

Pick a C for post-80s dream team

What if you were tasked with building the perfect team, but with the catch that you didn't know the actual identities of the players you were picking from? We took some of the best players from the last three decades, lined up their stats and removed the names. Up next is the centre position.

Scott Rafferty

The perfect date for NBA fans

How May 7th became the unequivocal best day for NBA fans through a series of memorable moments and milestones.

Sidd Sinha

LeBron James responds to Ahmaud Arbery killing, says black Americans being 'hunted'

The Lakers star was clear about his feelings.

Tom Gatto

LaVar Ball is back with another absurd prediction: All three Ball brothers will team up on the Lakers

Can LaVar Ball speak a prediction into existence? He certainly will try.

Joe Rivera

Vanessa Bryant reveals one final letter Kobe wrote to her before his death

She saved the unopened letter as "something to look forward to" on her birthday.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Pick a SG for post-80s dream team

What if you were tasked with building the perfect team, but with the catch that you didn't know the actual identities of the players you were picking from? We took some of the best players from the last three decades, lined up their stats and removed the names. Up next is the shooting guard position.

Scott Rafferty

Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant once had 'virtual one-on-one' over dinner: 'They were in basketball heaven'

The two greats talked basketball over a meal in 2014. As B.J. Armstrong remembers it, "they were in basketball heaven."

Zac Al-Khateeb

Why Michael Jordan thought Kobe Bryant was the only player who could beat him 1-on-1

A young Kobe Bryant emulated much of what made His Airness so great, and that led to their unique relationship.

Tadd Haislop

'The Last Dance' footage shows how young Kobe Bryant quickly earned respect of Michael Jordan

The fifth episode of the documentary series begins with a clip of the 1998 Eastern Conference All-Stars discussing Kobe Bryant in the locker room.

Dan Bernstein

MJ and Kobe's epic All-Star Game duel

The star of the decade against the teenager who was trying to follow a similar path. Under the bright lights of Madison Square Garden, Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant put on a show that will never be forgotten.

Leandro Fernández

Michael Jordan vs. Kobe Bryant timeline: Looking back on their head-to-head meetings and stats

Sporting News breaks down the timeline of Michael Jordan vs. Kobe Bryant, highlighting the best games and moments, and how they shaped their respective careers.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Kobe voted best scorer since MJ

We picked 16 of the best one-on-one scorers since Michael Jordan, seeded them 1-16 and placed them in a bracket. Each day fans on NBA.com voted for each matchup and we have a winner... Kobe Bryant! In our championship round, Bryant knocked off the No. 1 seeded Kevin Durant. Here's how the whole tournament unfolded!

Micah Adams

5 historic teams that deserve a documentary

Which teams would be most interesting to get a peek behind the curtain? We looked at recent history of the NBA to find the most appealing suitors for a documentary series in the style of ' The Last Dance'.

Sergio Rabinal

LeBron James teases 'Space Jam: A New Legacy' with hat on IG, and Twitter goes nuts

The Lakers star had fans blowing up Twitter about the upcoming sequel to the 1996 Michael Jordan-Bugs Bunny classic.

Jacob Hancock

LeBron James sets record straight on potential resumption of 2019-2020 NBA season

The King didn't mince words when he said he wanted the season to get back underway.

Joe Rivera

Best post-MJ iso scorer: KD or Kobe?

KD or Kobe? After a week of fan voting to find the best one-on-one scorer since Michael Jordan, we've narrowed our original field We picked out the top scorers in the post-MJ era and seeded them 1-16. Each day, your votes will determine who moves on to the next round with the simple goal of crowning the one-on-one king.

Micah Adams

The best one-on-one scorers right now

Who is the most efficient? Who is the most dominant? Who is the scariest? Let's take a closer look at the league's best one-on-one scorers from the 2019-20 season.

Scott Rafferty

OTD: Kobe's game-winner vs. Suns in 2006

First, Bryant's floater in the closing seconds of regulation ensured overtime. Then, in the extra session, he nailed a buzzer-beater to help the Lakers win Game 4 of their first-round series vs. the Suns in 2006 and take a 3-1 series lead.

Yash Matange

LeBron James to host graduation TV special for Class of 2020 with Megan Rapinoe, Malala Yousafzai

The Lakers star is backing a prime-time broadcast to honor high school seniors who missed out on several milestones because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Jacob Hancock

One-on-one scorers: KD or LeBron? Kobe or Harden?

KD or LeBron? Kobe or Harden? Up until his retirement with the Bulls in 1998, Michael Jordan was unquestionably the best one-on-one scorer in the NBA. But what about since then? We picked out the top scorers in the post-MJ era and seeded them 1-16. Each day, your votes will determine who moves on to the next round with the simple goal of crowning the one-on-one king. We're down to the final four!

Micah Adams

Michael Jordan once caused Michael Wilbon to bite a colleague

Wilbon, in an attempt to maintain a public air of professionalism, clamped down on his colleague's arm rather than scream on press row.

Zac Al-Khateeb

VOTE NOW: Picking the best one-on-one scorer since MJ

Up until his retirement with the Bulls in 1998, Michael Jordan was unquestionably the best one-on-one scorer in the NBA. But what about since then? We picked out the top scorers in the post-MJ era and seeded them 1-16. Each day, your votes will determine who moves on to the next round with the simple goal of crowning the one-on-one king. We're down to the final eight!

Micah Adams

VOTE NOW: Best one-on-one scorer since MJ

Kobe Bryant? Kevin Durant? Allen Iverson? LeBron James? Kyrie Irving? Carmelo Anthony? Someone else? When it comes to pure one-on-one scoring chops, there's an abundance of players who could make a claim to be the best one-on-one scorer in recent memory. We picked out the top scorers in the post-MJ era and seeded them 1-16. Each day, your votes will determine who moves on to the next round with the simple goal of crowning the one-on-one king.

Micah Adams

What is the triangle offence?

The Chicago Bulls and Los Angeles Lakers ran the triangle during their championship runs in the 1990s and 2000s. What is the offence and what made it so special?

Scott Rafferty

NBA taking smallest step toward getting players back on court

The league reportedly is giving teams the go-ahead to open facilities for individual workouts, provided stay-at-home orders are lifted or adjusted.

Tom Gatto

'I want to be soccer's LeBron' - De La Fuente

The American says that he looks up to the basketball icon moreso than his teammate Lionel Messi

Ryan Tolmich

Michael Jordan vs. LeBron James: How to properly approach the GOAT debate

MJ or LeBron? Here's a step-by-step guide on how to appropriately settle the GOAT argument.

Bill Bender

NBA playoff predictions 2020: Projecting the hypothetical bracket, from Round 1 to the NBA Finals

Who would have captured the 2020 NBA championship under normal circumstances? Let's jump into the hypothetical playoff bracket and find out.

Jordan Greer

NBA stars react to WNBA draft

With the eyes of the basketball world locked on the 2020 WNBA draft, NBA stars took to social media to support the newest women joining the professional ranks.

NBA.com Staff

VOTE NOW: Is Kobe or Scottie the best sidekick ever?

Kobe Bryant or Scottie Pippen? Those are the finalists in our quest to find the best season ever by a sidekick. We picked 16 of the best throughout all of NBA history and seeded them 1-16. Fans have been voting all week and we're down to the championship round. Vote now!

Micah Adams

Sabrina Ionescu and Kobe Bryant: A timeline of friendship between NBA great & Oregon superstar

The NCAAW star and the Lakers legend developed a close friendship, as Ionescu bonded with Gigi Bryant and Kobe over the future of the women's game.

Emily Carson

SIDEKICK SEMIS: Kobe vs Kareem. Scottie vs Magic.

What is the best season by any sidekick? We picked 16 of the best throughout all of NBA history and seeded them 1-16. There can only be one winner which is why we need your help in sorting through the contenders one day at a time. Vote below on each matchup and by the end of the week, we'll crown a champion as determined by you, the fans!

Micah Adams

Shaq says Lakers would beat Jordan's Bulls

Despite the Chicago Bulls winning six titles in eight seasons, Shaquille O'Neal believes they're no match for his 2000s Lakers squads. Which team are you picking?

NBA.com Staff

VOTE NOW: Best seasons by sidekicks

What is the best season by any sidekick? We picked 16 of the best throughout all of NBA history and seeded them 1-16. There can only be one winner which is why we need your help in sorting through the contenders one day at a time. Vote below on each matchup and by the end of the week, we'll crown a champion as determined by you, the fans!

Micah Adams

VOTE NOW: Best seasons by sidekicks

What is the best season by any sidekick? We picked 16 of the best throughout all of NBA history and seeded them 1-16. There can only be one winner which is why we need your help in sorting through the contenders one day at a time. Vote below on each matchup and by the end of the week, we'll crown a champion as determined by you, the fans!

Micah Adams

OTD: Bryant's 2OT game-winner in Portland in 2004

On April 14th in 2004, Kobe Bryant made not one, but two clutch 3-pointers in a crucial 105-104 double-overtime victory over the Portland Trail Blazers.

Yash Matange

April 13, 2016: Kobe Bryant scores 60 in final game of NBA career

It was only natural that Bryant's NBA career ended with a bang.

Zac Al-Khateeb

On this date: Kobe's 60-point farewell

On April 13th in 2016, Kobe Bryant played one of the greatest final games of any player's career in NBA history. We take a quick look back at that special and memorable night.

Yash Matange

OTD: Lakers record first-ever 3-peat in 1954

The 1954 title was the fifth championship in the Lakers' franchise history and the last during their time in Minneapolis.

Yash Matange

Lakers GM Pelinka's positive thinking during NBA hiatus

Los Angeles Lakers GM, Rob Pelinka has the health and safety of the world at the front of his mind, though, he continues to hold a positive mindset with an NBA return having the potential to be a beacon of hope through the coronavirus pandemic.

Kane Pitman

Antetokounmpo family donates 10,000 surgical masks

The Antetokounmpo brothers have come together to donate 10,000 surgical masks to an Athens neighbourhood to help with Covid-19 relief in Greece.

Kane Pitman

WATCH: Kobe drops 49 in 08' playoffs

Kobe Bryant delivered a classic performance in game 2 of the 2008 NBA playoffs against the Denver Nuggets.

Kane Pitman

Shaq and Kobe voted all-time best duo

We started with the week with 16 of the best duos in NBA history pitted against each other in an all-time 2-on-2 tournament. Each days fans of NBA.com voted on matchups and when the dust settled, Shaq and Kobe came out on top. Here's how it all went down!

Micah Adams

LeBron James optimistic of NBA return, wants opportunity to complete season

LeBron James discussed with reporters his desire to get back on the court.

Sacha Pisani

OTD in 2019: Dirk & D-Wade's final home games

We recap all the tears, jubilation, and records from a memorable gameday of the 2018-19 regular season - April 9th.

Yash Matange

LeBron: No 'closure' if season is cancelled

With the NBA season suspended due to the global coronavirus pandemic, LeBron James says there will be an air of unfinished business if the 2019-20 season does not resume.

Benyam Kidane

VOTE NOW: Jordan vs LeBron? Kobe vs Magic?

Jordan and Pippen vs LeBron and D-Wade. Kobe and Shaq vs Magic and Kareem. The semifinals of our all-time 2-on-2 tourney features nothing but the absolute best of the best. But there can be only one winner which is why we need your help! Vote below and we'll be one step closer to crowning an all-time 2-on-2 tournament champion as determined by you, the fans!

Micah Adams

Shaq, Penny and a 'what if' alternate reality

Have you ever played the "what if" game with Shaq and Penny? Have you ever gone year-by-year to see exactly how things could have been different? Welcome to the world where the greatest short-lived duo in NBA history instead stuck together, stayed healthy and prospered side-by-side in the most magical place on Earth.

Micah Adams

DeMarcus Cousins says Julio Jones had craziest dunk he's ever seen: 'It was sick'

High praise for someone who plays basketball at the highest level on the planet.

Zac Al-Khateeb

VOTE NOW: The all-time 2-on-2 tourney continues

Durant vs Jordan. Duncan vs LeBron. Magic vs Bird. Russell vs Shaq. The quarterfinals of our all-time 2-on-2 tourney features some heavy-hitting battles which is why we need your help in sorting through the contenders. Vote below on each matchup and by the end of the week, we'll crown a mythical 2-on-2 tournament champion as determined by you, the fans!

Micah Adams

Quibi, LeBron James and 'I Promise': What to know about the streaming service's documentary

The NBA superstar and the newest video streaming service have teamed up to bring a documentary to Quibi. Here's what you need to know.

Joe Rivera

VOTE NOW: Best duos ever in 2-on-2 tourney

Which all-time duo would win a 2-on-2 tournament? We picked 16 of the best duos in NBA history and seeded them 1-16. There can only be one winner which is why we need your help in sorting through the contenders one day at a time. Vote below on each matchup and by the end of the week, we'll crown a mythical 2-on-2 tournament champion as determined by you, the fans!

Micah Adams

Rewatch Kobe's OT heroics vs. Pacers

After Shaquille O'Neal fouled out in overtime, a 21-year-old Kobe Bryant delivered in the clutch, taking over the extra period to help the Lakers take a commanding 3-1 series lead.

Benyam Kidane

Vanessa: Kobe's HOF election 'peak of his NBA career'

Following news of Kobe Bryant's Hall of Fame induction, his wife Vanessa spoke with ESPN about just how much the honour means for the late Laker legend.

Benyam Kidane

Vanessa Bryant reacts to Kobe Bryant joining 2020 Basketball Hall of Fame class

Vanessa Bryant called her late husband's induction "the peak of his NBA career."

Jordan Greer

Family time and staying prepared: Vogel navigates hiatus

Frank Vogel spoke with reporters via conference call for the first time since the NBA season was suspended, revealing some of the activities that are occupying his time while at home.

Kane Pitman

Is Kuzma the Lakers' championship X-Factor?

When Kyle Kuzma plays well, the Lakers win. It's that simple. The problem? The 24-year-old has seen a dip in production across the board while being relegated to a reserve role this season.

Kane Pitman

Greatest shots in NBA playoff history

Where does Kawhi Leonard's epic Game 7 shot last year for the Toronto Raptors sit among the best shots ever? We picked 16 of the greatest shots in NBA postseason history, seeded them 1-16 and placed them in a bracket. Each day fans on NBA.com voted for each matchup and we have a winner! Was it Kawhi? MJ? Magic? Here's how it all unfolded...

Micah Adams

Lakers' LeBron James, Anthony Davis left stunned by David Blaine's incredible card trick

LeBron James and Anthony Davis really wanted to beat David Blaine. Spoiler: They failed.

Jordan Greer

Drake's 'Toosie Slide' video includes tribute to Kobe Bryant

A pair of Bryant jerseys were on display early in the five-minute production.

Tom Gatto

#NBATogetherLive: Kobe drops 65 on Blazers

A 65-point explosion from Kobe Bryant helped the Los Angeles Lakers snap a seven game losing streak against the Portland Trail Blazers, which turned out to be just the beginning of a historic individual scoring run.

Kane Pitman

VOTE NOW: Kawhi Leonard or Ray Allen for greatest shot ever

We picked the 16 greatest shots in NBA postseason history, seeded them 1-16 and placed them in a bracket. Each day fans on NBA.com have voted for each matchup and we're down to the final two! Will it be Kawhi Leonard's epic shot from last year's playoffs? Or will it be Ray Allen's season-saving 3-pointer in the 2013 NBA Finals? It's up to you! Your game, your bracket and your vote!

Micah Adams

VOTE NOW: Greatest shots... Kawhi or MJ? Ray or Kyrie?

We picked the 16 greatest shots in NBA postseason history and seeded them 1-16. Vote below on each matchup and by the end of the week, we'll crown the greatest shot in NBA postseason history as determined by you, the fans! We're onto the semifinals with only four shots still in contention!

Micah Adams

Shump: LeBron's 'biggest superpower' is sharing his IQ

LeBron James might be one of the most physically dominant players in NBA history, but it's his knowledge of the game that takes him to the next level, according to former teammate Iman Shumpert.

Benyam Kidane

Lakers players symptom-free after two-week COVID-19 quarantine

The Lakers have been given the all-clear amid the COVID-19 crisis.

Sacha Pisani

VOTE NOW: Kawhi vs Jordan in greatest shots bracket

We picked the 16 greatest shots in NBA postseason history and seeded them 1-16. Vote below on each matchup and by the end of the week, we'll crown the greatest shot in NBA postseason history as determined by you, the fans! We're onto Day 2 of voting after the 1st Round narrowed the field from 16 down to 8.

Micah Adams

Ranking active No. 1 overall picks

There are currently 13 active former No. 1 overall picks of the NBA Draft. It's a given that LeBron James ranks first, but where do the other 12 former first overall picks fall into place behind him?

Kyle Irving

Kawhi, MJ or Kyrie? Vote on greatest shots in playoff history

We picked the 16 greatest shots in NBA postseason history and seeded them 1-16. There can only be one winner which is why we need your help in sorting through the contenders one day at a time. Vote below on each matchup and by the end of the week, we'll crown the greatest shot in NBA postseason history as determined by you, the fans!

Micah Adams

#NBATogetherLive: Re-watch Shaq's 61-point game

This career-high 61-point performance was among O'Neal greatest regular season performances of his career.

Yash Matange

Nash voted best passer in NBA history

The people have spoken! Steve Nash received 36% of the votes followed by John Stockton at 22% and LeBron James at 18%. See who else cracked the top 5!

NBA.com Staff

LeBron: No joy without fans

"I just don't know how we can imagine a sporting event without fans," the Lakers star said on a recent podcast.

Sacha Pisani

OTD: Lakers win record 69 games in 1972

After their record-setting regular season, the Los Angeles Lakers went on to win the 1972 NBA Finals, their first since moving to LA.

Yash Matange

When do the 2020 playoffs begin?

The 2020 NBA Playoffs are set to begin on April 18. The Finals will begin more than a month later, on June 4.

NBA.com Staff

Michael Jordan voted most clutch player in NBA history

The people have spoken! Michael Jordan received 28% of the votes followed by Kobe Bryant at 18% and Kawhi Leonard at 16%. See who else cracked the top 5!

NBA.com Staff

Kobe's influence on India spotlights global impact

From giving Indian basketball fans their own ‘Sachin’ to root for, to becoming the de facto coach and mentor to many young ballers, from showing firsthand the importance of fighting through injuries and to teaching the value of hustle and heart both on and off the court, late Lakers legend Kobe Bean Bryant impacted the Indian basketball community in a far deeper way than can be imagined.

Gopalakrishnan R

Lowry, VanVleet rank among top 30 clutch players

Kyle Lowry ahead of Luka Doncic? Fred VanVleet ahead of Trae Young? The debate over who are the league's most clutch players is one that will seemingly never be settled. That's not going to stop us from trying.

Micah Adams

OTD: Lakers retire Abdul-Jabbar's jersey

Also on March 20, LeBron James recorded the first 50-point game of his career.

Yash Matange

Lakers release COVID-19 statement

"We learned today that two Lakers players have tested positive," the Lakers announced. "Both players are currently asymptomatic, in quarantine and under the care of the team’s physician."

Official Release

Two Lakers players test positive for coronavirus, team says

The players' names have not yet been disclosed.

Tom Gatto

15 must-rewatch games from 2019-20

With no live NBA action and all games from the 2019-20 season free on NBA League Pass until April 22, we give you a list of games you must rewatch from this season.

Yash Matange

Best dunk of LeBron's career?

On this date in 2013, LeBron James threw down a dunk on Jason Terry that was heard around the world. Was it the best dunk of his career? Our NBA.com Staff debates.

NBA.com Staff

Ranking the weirdest fits in NBA history

With news that Tom Brady is leaving the only NFL team he's known, we ranked the weirdest star departures in NBA history.

Kyle Irving

MVP Ladder update

With the season postponed, let's check in on where Pascal Siakam stands in the Most Valuable Player race.

Kane Pitman

The weight of 12 great minutes from AD

The Lakers are 42-0 this season when holding a lead entering the fourth. The key to getting out in front? Hint: it's not LeBron James.

Carlan Gay

Green: Lakers 'figuring out what the next move is'

Los Angeles Lakers guard Danny Green says he and his teammates continue to hold individual workouts as they await further information on the future of the NBA season.

NBA.com Staff

Iman Shumpert shares classic story of Kobe Bryant catching fire against Knicks

"Yo, you had a great game, young fella." Classic Kobe.

Jordan Greer

LeBron James, Stephen Curry react to NBA's coronavirus suspension: 'What we really need to cancel is 2020!'

LeBron James and Stephen Curry have reacted to the NBA's decision to put the season on hold amid the coronavirus pandemic.

John Skilbeck

NBA standings: Seeding scenarios, breakdown for final spots in 2020 playoffs

Here's a snapshot of the updated NBA playoff picture, including standings and potential matchups for each conference.

Jordan Greer

When do the NBA playoffs start in 2020? Dates, TV schedule, updated standings & seeding scenarios

Which NBA teams will clinch playoff berths as the 2019-20 regular season comes to a close? Here are the updated standings along with potential playoff matchups.

Jordan Greer

Dinwiddie, Nets stun Lakers in LA

After statement wins over the weekend, the Lakers drop a game to the visiting Brooklyn Nets, who evened the season series after losing earlier in the season in Brooklyn.

Yash Matange

Recap of Tuesday's 9-game slate

The Blazers keep their playoff hopes alive, Bradley Beal drops another 40-point game and the Clippers make it rain from three against the Warriors. We've got you covered with all the action from Tuesday's busy nine-game slate.

NBA.com Staff

LeBron James backtracks on refusing to play in empty arenas amid coronavirus crisis

Having previously said he would not play in empty arenas, LeBron James conceded he would not go against an official ruling.

Tom Webber

Power Rankings: Return of the King

There was plenty of movement among the top 10 in a week that saw the L.A. Lakers earn a number of statement wins, the Toronto Raptors go perfect and the Houston Rockets fail to earn a win. Who rose? Who fell? We've got you covered with it all.

Gilbert McGregor

Joakim Noah signs with Clippers

After reports surfaced last week, the team today made Noah's signing official. He appeared in 42 games with the Memphis Grizzlies last season.

Gilbert McGregor

Powell named East's Player of the Week

Powell earns the honour after averaging 31.3 points and 2.3 steals while shooting 56.1% from the field during the Raptors perfect week. James led the Lakers to a 3-0 record with averages of 29.0 points, 10.3 assists and 7.3 rebounds per game.

Gilbert McGregor

Clippers' Paul George needs be grim reaper vs. Lakers in playoffs

PG-13 finally looked like himself Sunday in a loss to the Lakers. He needs to keep that same energy in the postseason.

Dan Bernstein

Referee apologist Steve Javie thinks technicals for taunting have stopped NBA fights

OK, boomer.

Dan Bernstein

Recap of Sunday's 11-game slate

There was no shortage of action around the NBA, with 11 games on Sunday. Catch up on all the action right here.

NBA.com Staff

What we learned from third battle for LA

The Lakers and Clippers are ridiculous defensively, guards shouldn't challenge LeBron James at the rim, Paul George can still be the best player on the court and much more.

Scott Rafferty

Biggest questions ahead of Lakers-Clippers

The Clippers have won each of the first two games against their in-town rival Lakers, but the Lakers still hold the top seed in the West. How much does this game mean to both teams and what should you watch for in the third edition of the Battle for L.A.?

NBA.com Staff

Taking stock of the MVP race

Quite a lot has changed since the last time we checked in on the MVP race. The top two is the same, but there's a newcomer in the top-five and Russell Westbrook's emergence has impacted James Harden's MVP chances in a big way.

Scott Rafferty

LeBron James on NBA staging games without fans due to coronavirus fears: I ain't playing

NBA teams have reportedly been told to prepare for the possibility of staging games without fans, much to the dismay of LeBron James.

Liam Blackburn

Giannis to undergo precautionary MRI on left knee

Antetokounmpo collided with Avery Bradley on a drive to the basket, with his leg appearing to bend awkwardly as he came down.

Benyam Kidane

LeBron, Lakers go from Giannis to another big challenge

LA and King James clinched against Giannis and the Bucks at home. Their next foe won't allow them to coast right away.

Tom Gatto

Friday's scores: LeVert's triple-double gives Nets big win

Plenty of action went down on a busy 10-game slate on Friday. Catch up on all the results, right here!

NBA.com Staff

LeBron leads Lakers to win over Giannis and the Bucks

In the battle between the league's two best teams, LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers picked up a statement win over Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks.

Kane Pitman

The Lakers signed Dion Waiters and these are the funniest responses on Twitter

NBA Twitter didn't hesitate to fire off jokes about Waiters Island coming to Los Angeles.

Jacob Hancock

LeBron James' most unstoppable move is ridiculously simple

King James has been using this move the past couple seasons to knock down long-range 3s.

Jacob Hancock

What channel is Lakers vs. Bucks on tonight? Time, TV schedule for potential NBA Finals preview

Here is everything you need to know ahead of Lakers vs. Bucks, including the tipoff time and TV channel for Friday's game.

Jordan Greer

LeBron's four-step plan for winning MVP

LeBron James goes up against Giannis Antetokounmpo on Friday and while there's a growing sense that the Greek Freak has wrapped up a second consecutive MVP award, LeBron can still make a late push. Here's how.

Micah Adams

Report: Lakers sign Dion Waiters

The Los Angeles Lakers have reportedly added more firepower to their bench, signing free agent guard Dion Waiters for the remainder of the season.

Benyam Kidane

Predicting the top 10 players in five years

Who will be the NBA's top players five years from now? Will it be Zion or Luka? Will Giannis Antetokounmpo still reign supreme? What about Jayson Tatum, Trae Young or Ja Morant? We gazed into the crystal ball to see which of those stars will become the next faces of the NBA.

Kyle Irving

Brett Brown has an interesting reaction to the 76ers being swept by the Lakers and Clippers

Philly's coach says that two of the West's top teams showed his squad what to expect six weeks from now.

Tom Gatto

AD, LBJ dominant in Lakers win

Anthony Davis returned to the Lakers lineup and so did his dominant play, as he and LeBron James put up monster lines in another Lakers win and another Philadelphia 76ers road loss.

Kane Pitman

Tuesday's action: Wiggins, Warriors stun Nuggets

LeBron James, Zion Williamson and Kawhi Leonard were just three of the superstars in action during a jam packed eight-game Tuesday slate.

NBA.com Staff

Predicting the top 10 players in five years

Who will be the NBA's top players five years from now? Will it be Zion or Luka? Will Giannis Antetokounmpo still reign supreme? What about Jayson Tatum, Trae Young or Ja Morant? We gazed into the crystal ball to see which of those stars will become the next faces of the NBA.

Kyle Irving

Huge night on NBA League Pass

LeBron. Zion. Kawhi. Those are just some of the biggest names in action tonight on NBA League Pass. Here's a closer look at some of the biggest storylines in what should prove to be an eventful night across the NBA!

Micah Adams

LeBron's biggest championship X-factor

The Lakers are quietly turning LeBron James into the single-most dangerous post-up player in the NBA and it could be the answer for fixing one of the team's biggest weaknesses.

Carlan Gay

How far did the Raptors fall?

The Rockets are rewarded for their six-game win streak while the Raptors take a slide following a winless week. A team drops out of the top-10 while a new team re-enters the league's elite group.

Kyle Irving

LeBron's triple-double lifts Lakers on Zion's career night

LeBron James recorded his 13th triple-double of the season to lead the Anthony Davis-less Lakers past the Pelicans 122-114.

B Kidane and Kyl...

LeBron James vs. Zion Williamson rematch a direct clash of supernatural forces

The Lakers prevailed over the Pelicans for the second time in a week.

Dan Bernstein

Sunday's action: Beal stays hot vs. Warriors

As the playoff push intensifies, the NBA season rolled on with a seven-game slate. We had you covered with scores, news and the best highlights from each game.

NBA.com Staff

Kyle Kuzma shows why he's still a game-changer for Lakers

Kyle Kuzma has been abysmal for much of the year without LeBron James on the court. A recent roster shift might help him out.

Dan Bernstein

Lakers vs. Pelicans would be tantalizing playoff matchup, but New Orleans isn't alone in race for No. 8 seed

The Pelicans still need to earn a playoff berth, and while the Western Conference's top seven seems secure, that last spot is very much up for grabs.

Jordan Greer

Teams that can replicate Houston's all-in mentality

The Rockets have gone all-in on small ball and constructed one of the most unique rosters in NBA history. The time for system-altering trades has passed for the rest of the league, but there are teams that can still replicate Houston’s mentality of embracing what makes them special.

Matthew Blum

Saturday's scores

Trae Young dropped 25 points as Atlanta handled Portland and T.J Warren poured in 30 in a Pacers road win over the Cavs in a busy night around the NBA.

NBA.com Staff

Ja dazzles as Grizz down Lakers

In a potential first round playoff preview, Rookie of the Year frontrunner Ja Morant poured in 27 points helping The Grizzlies upset the Lakers.

Kane Pitman

Is Siakam now a top-10 player?

For the third time this season, our NBA.com Global Staff joined forces to rank the best players in the league. At the start of the season, Raptors' forward Pascal Siakam didn't even crack the top 30. Has he done enough to crack the top 10?

Scott Rafferty

Thursday's scores: Lakers win 7th game in a row

The Los Angeles Lakers make it seven wins in a row after securing a 116-86 win over the Golden State Warriors. Catch up on all the day's games right here!

NBA.com Staff

The LeBron vs Zion Highlight Reel

The highly anticipated first matchup between long-time superstar LeBron James and rookie phenom Zion Williamson did not disappoint. The four-time MVP dropped a season-high 40 points as the Lakers improved to 18-0 in games he scores at least 30. Williamson meanwhile remains on a historic roll as his nine straight 20-point games is the most by a teenager since Carmelo Anthony in 2004. In case you missed the high-flying affair, here's a look back at their best plays from a spectacular showdown.

Kyle Irving

As long as LeBron James keeps hitting this magic number, the Lakers will win forever

We've found the secret to the Lakers' success, and it unsurprisingly directs back to LeBron James.

Jordan Greer

In LeBron vs. Zion Round 1, King James shows the NBA he still reigns

LeBron James took the opportunity in his first career meeting with Zion Williamson to remind people of his greatness.

Austin Anderson

LeBron drops 40 PTS, outduels Zion

LeBron James (40 points) outdueled rookie Zion Williamson (29 points) as the Los Angeles Lakers secured their sixth win in a row, with a 119-108 victory at STAPLES Center.

Benyam Kidane

Tuesday's scores: Tatum drops 36 in Celtics win

With seven games around the NBA, there was no shortage of star performances, headlined by LeBron James, Giannis Antetokounmpo and Jayson Tatum. Catch up on all the results, right here!

NBA.com Staff

Kobe Bryant 'Mamba' tribute car to race in NASCAR this weekend

NASCAR will honor the NBA legend and his daughter at the Auto Club 400 on Sunday.

Emily Carson

LeBron vs. Zion rekindles 'first matchup' memories

The first matchup between Zion and LeBron brings back memories of other generational matchups. How about when LeBron first played Kobe Bryant? Or when Bryant first played Michael Jordan? Here's a trip down memory lane to revisit some of the first matchups between iconic generational talents.

Yash Matange

MJ pays tribute to 'little brother' Kobe with moving speech

Michael Jordan addressed the crowd at Staples Center, sharing stories of his relationship with the late Kobe Bryant.

NBA.com Staff

Kobe Bryant memorial: Watch the emotional tributes, speeches honoring NBA star, daughter Gianna

Twenty thousand mourners gathered at Staples Center in downtown Los Angeles on Monday to say their goodbyes to Kobe and Gianna Bryant.

A Celebration of Life

The memorial program, titled "A Celebration of Life," saw fans pour into the Staples Center by the thousands to pay their respects alongside Bryant's family, friends and former teammates.

NBA.com Staff

Michael Jordan acknowledges birth of new 'Crying Jordan' meme during Kobe Bryant's memorial service

The GOAT used the moment to bring Kobe Bryant memorial attendees in LA a little bit of joy.

Joe Rivera

Kobe's challenge to Giannis drives MVP

"Kobe influenced my life." - Having already ticked off Kobe Bryant's MVP challenge, the next box for Giannis Antetokounmpo to check is an NBA championship.

Kane Pitman

Watch a live stream of Kobe Bryant's memorial service, 'A Celebration of Life'

The public service comes nearly one month after Kobe, Gianna and seven others died in a helicopter crash in Calabasas, Calif.

Jordan Greer

How to watch Kobe Bryant memorial service: Time, TV channel & live stream for Lakers' tribute to NBA legend

More than 20,000 people are expected to celebrate the lives of Kobe and Gianna Bryant as part of a memorial service at Staples Center on Monday.

Jordan Greer

Markieff Morris signs with Lakers: Twins now on opposite sides of LA rivalry

After waiving DeMarcus Cousins, the Los Angeles Lakers brought in Markieff Morris.

Dan Bernstein

Did the Raptors pass Tatum and Celtics?

The Bucks remain comfortably on top with teams like the Lakers, Raptors, Celtics and Rockets jockeying for position inside the top-five. Did the Lakers hold on to their No. 2 spot? How far did the Clippers fall after a bad loss?

Kyle Irving

Sunday's scores: McCollum, Melo lift Blazers past Pistons

With 14 teams in action, there were plenty of storylines to keep an eye on. Follow along below for the best from each one.

NBA.com Staff

Lakers hold off Celtics in a thriller

The Los Angeles Lakers escaped with a 114-112 win over the Boston Celtics at home, with the game producing a playoff-like intensity that came right down to the wire.

Benyam Kidane

Celtics-Lakers … a potential Finals preview?

Boston and LA have met 12 times in the NBA Finals. As both have established themselves among the league's elite this season, you shouldn't rule out the potential of a 13th Finals meeting happening sooner rather than later.

Gilbert McGregor

Clippers' moves bolster roster — and deal significant blow to Lakers

The arms race in Los Angeles continues to tip further in the Clippers' direction.

Joe Morgan

Twitter reacts to Lakers waiving DeMarcus Cousins, potentially signing Markieff Morris

Here's a collection of the funniest tweets regarding the Lakers' latest roster moves.

Jacob Hancock

Friday's games: Zion, Pelicans cruise by Trail Blazers

Zion Williamson scores 20 or more for the seventh straight time as the New Orleans Pelicans sweep the season series against the Portland Trail Blazers with a 128-115 road win.

NBA.com Staff

Report: Lakers to waive DeMarcus Cousins

DeMarcus Cousins' short stint with the Los Angeles Lakers is reportedly coming to an end, as the franchise plans to waive the injured big man.

Kane Pitman

How Markieff Morris fits into the Lakers' rotation: Will he help them hold off the Clippers?

Taking a closer look at the Lakers' reported newest acquisition and what it means for their title hopes.

Jacob Hancock

Report: Morris to sign with Lakers

Markieff Morris reached a buyout agreement with the Pistons and it was reported the Lakers were the frontrunner to sign the veteran forward. In the latest update, The Athletic's Shams Charania announced Morris plans to sign with the Lakers.

Kyle Irving

Four biggest storylines in the final stretch

The All-Star break has come and go leaving us with the home stretch of the NBA regular season ahead. Our NBA.com staff each selected one key storyline we're most looking forward to watching develop during the back end of the season.

NBA.com Staff

Should Lakers fans be worried about Reggie Jackson signing with the Clippers?

Both teams reportedly pursued the guard after he was let go by the Pistons.

Dan Bernstein

Power Rankings out of the All-Star break

Power rankings are back along with the biggest questions facing all 30 teams down the stretch. Does Giannis have enough help? Can the Raptors stay healthy? And will Houston's small-ball gamble pay off? All of that plus much more!

Micah Adams

Kawhi Leonard thanks Kobe Bryant after winning All-Star Game MVP

"It means a lot to me," Leonard said. He was honored to win the NBA All-Star Game Kobe Bryant MVP Award.

Dejan Kalinic

Kobe Bryant and the NBA All-Star Game: MVPs, Slam Dunk Contests and legendary duels defined legacy

A look at Kobe Bryant's All-Star game history, which featured a record four MVP performances and other timeless moments.

Bill Bender

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